This nightshade free taco seasoning is an authentic taco seasoning that can be stored for months and ready for all your taco needs.

There’s no denying the convenience of a taco packet, but you can’t just walk into the store and grab a nightshade free taco seasoning packet. What you can do is make a jar of seasoning to have on hand for busy weeknight tacos the whole family (even the nightshade eaters) can enjoy.
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What spices are not nightshades?
The nightshades most commonly found in taco seasonings are chili powder and paprika. This taco seasoning comes together without the use of nightshades and includes these simple ingredients-all nightshade free.
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Coriander
- Onion powder
Is cilantro a nightshade?
Cilantro is not a nightshade. Top your tacos with lots of fresh cilantro!
What do tacos taste like with this seasoning?
These tacos taste surprisingly like the tacos you make at home with a taco seasoning packet. They are full of flavor, whether you use shredded chicken, ground turkey or beef. They aren’t spicy since there are no spicy peppers, but you won’t miss it. My nightshade loving family (and taco packet advocate spouse) love these.
How to make tacos with nightshade free taco seasoning
Once your meat is cooked, add 2-3 tablespoons of seasoning plus 1/3 cup of water per pound of meat. Bonus points for sauteing the meat with a chopped yellow onion for extra flavor.

Where do I find nightshade free salsa?
Don’t worry! You can complete your taco night with this nightshade free salsa verde. It’s a quick and tasty recipe and you won’t be disappointed. It’s also delicious with tortilla chips (these grain free tortilla chips are delicious if you can’t do corn).
Tacos are life. Not being able to have nightshades used to mean no tacos. No life. Keep a jar of this seasoning in your spice cabinet so it’s always it on hand for tacos and you won’t be disappointed.
What are your favorite tacos? Can you even pick a favorite? What nightshade recipes do you miss most? Comment below to let me know.

Nightshade Free Taco Seasoning
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 9 tablespoons 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This nightshade free taco seasoning is an authentic taco seasoning that can be stored for months and ready for all your taco needs.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 1.5 tablespoons oregano
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon coriander
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients into a storage container.
- Cover and store in your pantry for up to 6 months.
- Use 2-3 tablespoons of seasoning + 1/3 cup of water for every 1lb of meat.
Notes
This recipe makes enough seasoning for 3 one pound of meat tacos. Feel free to double or triple if you love tacos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Basics
- Method: Stir
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 teaspoons
- Calories: 4
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.7g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg

Sounds fab, can’t wait to try it! Is it cilantro seed or dried cilantro leaf for the recipe?
Hi Hazel, It’s the cilantro plant seed. You’ll want to use it ground as a powder. If you don’t have that on hand, the cilantro will probably also work great 🙂
How do I add a little ‘heat’ to my foods
Hi Char,
That’s always tricky. Horseradish, garlic, black pepper and ginger can help add a little heat to foods.
I’m currently on an elimination diet and already figuring out that nightshades are a problem for me. I used this taco mix tonight with my ground chicken and it was amazing!! Thank you! It will become a staple in my spice cabinet.
Thanks for your comment, Robyn! I’m so happy to hear that!
This recipe is the best!! My husband and granddaughter love it and won’t go back!!
Thank you Yvonne! We feel the same way in my family. 🙂
My daughter has nightshade sensitivity and this recipe pleases everybody in our family! Thanks for making life simple again on taco night.
This was delicious! My whole family enjoyed it. I just started trying to cut out onion because of the fodmaps. Do you think I could substitute some dried chives, or do you have another suggestion?
I love to hear that, Julie! I don’t know if dried chives would give the same flavor, but I think adding raw green onion tops (I believe those are low fodmap) would work.
I developed sensitivity to nightshades over the past few years and it has gotten so bad that it makes me violently ill. I’ve been hospitalized twice for it. This taco seasoning recipe is a lifesaver!!! It’s the perfect blend of spices, and it makes me feel like I’m eating regular taco seasoning except it’s even better. Thank you for creating this recipe!
I love to hear this seasoning is a lifesaver! I’m so sorry you’re so sensitive to nightshades. It’s certainty one of the tougher sensitivities.